Bheda - Mahanga, Cuttack
Bheda is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Bheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bheda is 399550. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 754290 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bheda
As per Census 2011, Bheda village has a total population of 995 people, consisting of 525 males and 470 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 755 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 525 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 185 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 428 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 97 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Bheda
Bheda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bheda
Public transport in the Bheda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Bheda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bheda
Where is Bheda located?
Bheda village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bheda?
Bheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bheda?
The pincode of Bheda is 754290.
What is the population of Bheda?
Bheda has a total population of 995, including 525 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Bheda?
There are 248 households in Bheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bheda is 75.88%. Male literacy is 81.52% and female literacy is 69.57%.